how can you tell that you need insulin?

Answer 1

To know the details of insulin visit

http://www.healthsinfo.com

Answer 2

For a type 1: immediately upon diagnosis.

For a type 1.5: hopefully immediately to keep the pancreas strong for a while, but most people chose to delay it (or aren't given the choice). Type 1.5s will always have to be on insulin once the 'honeymoon period' has worn off though - generally a few months to 2 years after diagnosis.

For a type 2: Only once the blood sugars become impossible to control with diet, exercise, and medication.

Insulin appears scary, but it's really not. You get used to it just like any other part of your day. It's SO worth taking because keeping your numbers in range means feeling much better, avoiding complications, having more energy... and insulin means you can eat what you like... within reason :)

Answer 3

Not to be glib, but your doctor will tell you. There are many factors that determine first off whether you're diabetic, and if you are which treatment is best, there are many different drugs now, many of them can be taken orally. Insulin is generally given only for those who cannot be controlled with pills, so I can't really answer your question, but I can say that there are not any telltale signs or symptoms (well, other than diabetic coma, but hopefully you would start treatment before that happens)

Answer 4

When you have Type 1 diabetes or you are Type 2 but cannot control your blood glucose with diet, exercise and oral meds, then you need insulin.

Answer 5

When you are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes or when you are unable to maintain a normal blood sugar level with diet and oral meds.

Answer 6

you sugar will be high all he time and the pills don't bring it down and be over 100 and higher say 200 or more most of the time.